Hello, Hello! Again let me start off by apologized once again. School has got in my way. But since I have been on my winter break I was able to write. I should be able to get another chapter before my break is over. If I don't I give you permission to come and find me and hit me upside the head lol! I also want to thank those have been patient with me and those who have continued to support my story. Hope you guys had a great Merry Christmas!

Chapter 15

~Thursday, July 18 *17 Weeks*~

The night of the concert was a success. It was one of the best concerts Eddie has had since the tour started. Eddie gave all the credit to Loren. With her showing up a day early to showing him the ultrasound video and finally being able to tell the fans and media about baby Duran, things couldn't have been any better. One new broke of the baby the fans and media went crazy. Paparazzi doubled in size than what it usually is. Everybody is trying to get a glimpse of Loren's baby bump. When out in public Loren still wears clothes that covers her bump but when in private she constantly has it on display. Eddie loves her baby bump. He is constantly having his hands on her bump or giving her belly little kisses. Knowing that his son or daughter is in there brings so much joy. Things since the concert have been hectic. But finally today Eddie would be getting a break. He planned to spend the day with Loren, just the two of them, alone together.

Loren: This feels weird but a good weird. Do feel it? Or am I going crazy?

Eddie: I don't feel anything Lo. What does feel like?

Asked an eager Eddie. Loren laying on her down on the bed while Eddie on his side facing Loren. One hand under his head while the other is on her belly.

Loren: It feels like little flutters.

Eddie: Is it weird that I'm a little jealous you can feel the baby but I can't.

Loren: No I would feel the same if I were you. But look on the bright side you won't have to be pushing out a baby in about six months.

Eddie: True. But I will have to go through watching my wife in pain and I won't be able to do anything about. That alone is going to kill me.

Loren: I'm scared to go through labor but I can't wait for the little one to get here.

Eddie:(smiling) Me neither.

Eddie leaned down to place a lingering kiss on her bump.

Loren: I like this.

Eddie: What?

Loren: This. Me and you, alone. I feel like I haven't had any alone time with you.

Eddie: It is nice, isn't it

Laying on a blanket side by side in a green open field surrounded by flowers of all kinds. The sky was clear no sign of their day being ruined by bad weather. Nobody was around. No fans. No paparazzi. The only sound there was birds chirping in the trees nearby. After a few minutes of peace and quiet and taking in their surroundings Eddie spoke.

Eddie:(speaking softly) I'm sorry Lo.

Loren:(confused) For what?

Eddie: For not being there during this time.

Loren: No Eddie don't apologize.

Eddie: Yes I will apologize. This is a time in my life that I have imagined since before we got married. And when I pictured this time we were at home, me by your side through everything. Holding your hair each time you got sick, each craving and mid-night snack. Each doctors appointment and watching your stomach grow. I...I just wish I could be there you. Instead I'm touring, busy and barely spending any time with you. I am really am sorry Lo.

Loren: Eddie you don't need to apologize.

Eddie: Yes-

Loren: No, as much as I wish we could spend more time together. This is your career. Your career is important to you...and me. Yes our careers will end up getting in the way sometimes. But we will make it work, we always make it work. Yes as much as you want to be here. You have to remember after the tour I will be eight months pregnant. Then the baby will arrive in about a month. That's when the real journey begins. You, me, and our baby.

Eddie:(sighing) Your right. But I can't help but feel a little guilty.

Loren: Well you can make it up next time.

Eddie:(smiling) Next time? Already planning for baby number two

Loren:(smiling) No not planning. But know there will be a next time. We both what it is like being an only child. I don't know about you but would have loved having an older or younger sibling.

Eddie: Me too. Sometimes I would feel lonely. Sure my parents would be there for me and would always make time for me but I always wished there was someone to play with.

Loren: Well I can promise you that won't happen with our kid.

Eddie: Levi?

Loren: No. Lily?

Once they got back to their hotel suite they decided to have a late lunch and discuss baby names.

Eddie: I like it. Put on the maybe list. Landon?

Loren: I like it.

Eddie: Put it on the maybe list?

Loren: Yes. Mia?

Eddie stayed quiet as he was thinking it through.

Eddie: Mia Duran. I like it. I really like it.

Loren: Me too. Mia Duran sounds right. I love it.

Eddie:(smiling) I think we just found the name of our little girl.

Loren:(smiling) Yeah we did. Now we need a boy name.

Eddie: Actually I already have a name for a boy but I want it to be a surprise. I need you to trust me on this Lo.

Loren: Eddie..

Eddie: Please Loren just trust me on this. Its nothing strange or outrageous. I promise you'll like it.

Loren: Fine I trust you.

~Thursday, July 25 *18 Weeks*~

Its been a week since there little off together. Now they were back home for their doctor's appointment. Today was day they were finding whether they were having a little boy or girl. Both in the room waiting for Dr. Greene to come in.

Loren: You nervous?

Eddie: A little. More excited than anything. You?

Loren: Same here. Did you text everyone to meeting us as at Mk after?

Eddie: Yeah. Even Jake said he will be there.

Loren: I'm still surprised he said he was coming. I for sure thought he would be stay and wait for you to return.

Eddie: I think he came back to see Kelly. Are they together?

Loren: I'm not sure but I think there is something going on between them.

Before Eddie could respond there was slight knock at the door. Followed by the door opening, revealing Dr. Greene

Dr. Greene:(smiling) Hello Eddie and Loren. Loren how are you doing?

Eddie:(smiling) Hello Dr. Greene

Loren:(smiling) Hi Dr. Greene. I'm doing good. Baby has moved around lately.

Dr. Greene: Good. How about you lie back and we can get started.

Loren laid down and pulled her shirt up underneath her breast. Eddie stood right by Loren holding her hand. Dr. Greene put squirted some gel on Lorne's stomach and rubbed in around with the wand.

Dr. Greene: Alright let's see what we got. Everything is looking good. The baby is about five and half inches long, weighs about seven ounces. He or she has developed ears so you talk to him or her and they will hear you. Dad (looking at Eddie) this the time where you can start really bonding with the baby. Since babies have an instant connection with mom, talking to the baby really helps you bond and connect them.

Dr. Greene moved the wand a little down and the beautiful woosh-woosh-woosh filled the once quiet room. Eddie gave Loren's hand a squeeze and she returned it back. Both had tears running down their faces and they both couldn't take their eyes off the screen.

Dr. Greene: Did you two decide whether you wanted to find out the sex of the baby?

Loren and Eddie: Yes!

Dr. Greene:(smiling) Alright lets see if the little one will let us take a look.

She said while moving the wand around.

Dr. Greene: I will tell you this you have a thumb sucker. You see that (she pointed to the screen) the baby has its thumb in its mouth.

Loren:(smiling) Aww. Oh Eddie look at that we have a thumb sucker

Eddie:(smiling) I was thumb sucker when I was baby.

Dr. Greene: Alright let's get to the main attraction. Well would you look at that. Congratulations its a...

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